Crispy Parmesan Crusted Chicken Breasts
This Crispy Parmesan Crusted Chicken is a crowd-pleaser! Juicy chicken breasts coated in a crunchy, golden crust, perfect for any dinner!
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
For the Chicken:
- 4 pieces boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
Instructions:
- Step 1: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Pound chicken breasts to an even thickness of ½ inch.
- Step 2: In one bowl, combine Parmesan, breadcrumbs, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper. In another bowl, whisk eggs until frothy.
- Step 3: Dip chicken in egg mixture, then press into breadcrumb mixture to coat.
- Step 4: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper, drizzle with olive oil, and place chicken on it.
- Step 5: Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden and cooked through (internal temperature of 165°F).
- Step 6: Let rest for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy with vegetables or salad!
Equipment
- Large mixing bowls
- Whisk
- Baking Sheet
- Parchment Paper
- Meat Mallet or Rolling Pin
Notes
- For gluten-free, use gluten-free breadcrumbs.
- To lower carbs, substitute breadcrumbs with crushed pork rinds or almond flour.
- For a dairy-free option, use nutritional yeast instead of Parmesan.